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Summer pattern prevails now going forward
Now getting later into July, it should come as no surprise that we’ll be switching back to summer heat soon enough. July has been good to us so far, though. Most days were below average and relatively cool by July standards. And we are still running over three and...
Flurry of 100+ new laws taking effect in Nebraska
LINCOLN — A flurry of new state laws took effect Friday, establishing new policies for firearms in small schools, launching Parole Board reforms and expanding open government and voting rights. Of the 150 bills signed into law this year, more than 100 became effective last week. Some took effect...
Humphrey fire and rescue at Mid-State Aviation safety clinic
Mid-State Aviation Holds Safety Clinic at Columbus Airport Mid-State Aviation recently hosted a safety clinic at the Columbus Airport as the aerial application season begins. The event was attended by fire and rescue department members from David City, Columbus and Humphrey. The clinic focused on helping emergency responders understand how...
Conestoga alum Hogue talks NCAA Woman of the Year nomination, career at Nebraska Wesleyan
(KMAland) -- Former Conestoga standout and recent Nebraska Wesleyan alum Isabella Hogue has been nominated for the prestigious NCAA Woman of the Year award. Hogue is among two from Nebraska Wesleyan and six from the American Rivers Conference that were nominated for the award, which honors senior female student-athletes for academic achievement, athletic excellence, service and leadership.
CRIME STOPPERS: Weekend Trespassing Cases Under Investigation
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 24)–Crime Stoppers from Lincoln Police focuses on a couple of trespassing reports from this past weekend. According to LPD forensics technician Becky Keller, the first case last Saturday happened in the area of 40th and Sumner, where neighbors having a garage sale saw some suspicious activity at a home across the street, where the people living there were out of town. A truck pulled up with black male and white male inside.
2024 Gage County Fair underway
BEATRICE – The Gage County Fair kicks off its five-day program today….getting a head start with the annual Ag Appreciation Barbecue at the cattle barn, Tuesday evening...on the fairgrounds. Around two-thousand tickets were distributed for people to have a meal or take-home dinner. Gage County Tourism Director Dakota...
Nebraska Heatwave: Omaha Faces Intense Temperatures and Smoky Skies
Omaha, NE – Omaha is set to experience a significant heatwave this week, with temperatures soaring into the 90s and smoky conditions persisting. The National Weather Service has indicated that the heat will continue through the weekend, offering little relief. According to the US National Weather Service Omaha/Valley Nebraska,...
Junior Legion State: Central City Suffers First Loss
The Central City Juniors suffered their first loss of the season in the Class B State Tournament Tuesday night. Central City was edged by Mt. Michael Benedictine 4-3 at Valley. The loss made Central City 3-1 in the state tourney and 28-1 overall. However, Central City moves on to Wednesday’s...
Nebraska push for winner-take-all will wait in line after property tax relief
LINCOLN — Nebraska Republicans who want to change how the state awards its Electoral College votes before the presidential election this fall will have to wait a little longer. Gov. Jim Pillen’s office confirmed Monday that his written call for this week’s special session will focus on property taxes...
UNMC College of Medicine ranked among top 15 institutions nationally
The University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Medicine was ranked as a Tier 1 institution for primary care training, according to a recent U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of medical schools. UNMC is one of 15 schools nationwide to earn the ranking. It was also named...
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